Content: This unit extends and builds on the foundations provided in Ministry of Reconciliation I for those wishing to explore a possible vocation in this ministry. It will specialize in the dynamics and processes of individual and social reconciliation, in relation to specific issues in the Australian context as chosen by the participant. Particular attention is also paid to the integration of these areas with their ministerial practice.

Objectives: At the completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Research and analyse the significant theological and cultural issues for a specific context requiring reconciliation;
2. Articulate a range of interpretations and responses to that context;
3. Integrate the theological , cultural, spiritual, personal, social and strategic components of reconciliation in that specific context;
4. Design, implement and critically evaluate a particular ministerial project;
5. Demonstrate research skills for engaging with other disciplines and traditions for appropriate interdisciplinary outcomes.

Prerequisite: 45 points in Field D (including DS 330.15)

Class Time: Three hours per week (Monday 9.30am - 1.00pm)


Assessment:

One 2,000 word seminar paper 35 % to meet objectives 1 & 2.
One 4,000 word research project 65 % to meet objectives 3, 4 & 5.

Faculty: T McCowan


Offered: in 2007, Semester 2, at Wellspring Spirituality Centre in Ashburton.


Select Bibliography:

Baum, G & Wells, H. The Reconciliation of Peoples: A Challenge to the Churches. Maryknoll: Orbis, 1997.
Enright, R & North, J (eds.) Exploring Forgiveness. Madison: University of Wisconsin, 1998.
Harris, J One Blood: 200 Years of Aboriginal Encounter with Christianity: A Story of Hope. Sutherland: Albatross, 1990.
Herman, J. Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence- from Domestic Abuse to Political Terror. New York: Basic Books, 1992. 1997.
Jacques, G. Beyond Impunity: An Ecumenical Approach to Truth, Justice and Reconciliation. Geneva: WCC, 2000.
Keshgegian, F. Redeeming Memories: A Theology of Healing and Transformation. Nashville: Abingdon, 2000.
Reynolds, H. Why Weren't We Told? Ringwood: Penguin, 1999.
Schreiter, R. Reconciliation: Mission and Ministry in a Changing Social Order. Maryknoll: Orbis, 1992.
Schreiter, R. The Ministry of Reconciliation: Spirituality and Strategies. Maryknoll: Orbis, 1998.
Volf, M. Exclusion and Embrace: A Theological Exploration of Identity, Otherness and Reconciliation. Nashville: Abingdon, 1996.
Wink, W. The Powers that Be: Theology for the New Millennium. New York: Galilee/ Doubleday, 1998.